Hosted by our CE Chair, Dr. Sheila Morrison, this webinar brings together accomplished professional women to explore leadership, resilience, and career growth in healthcare. From artificial intelligence to practical insights, the session aims to empower women to lead with confidence, navigate challenges, and shape their professional legacy.
Opening Remarks from the AAO President
Dr. Sophia Leung, OD, FCCSO, Dipl AAO Anterior Segment
Optometrists as Leaders: Born or Made?
Kristen Barton, MD, PhD, FRCSC
This presentation will examine leadership development in healthcare, including leadership styles, the importance of leadership training in eye care, effective team management, and strategies for inspiring and motivating healthcare teams, informed by the perspective of a female orthopaedic surgeon.
Research, Reviews, and the Rewards of Recognition
Barbara Caffery, OD, PhD, FAAO
If you ask Google AI how to become An Influencer, you will be told that it “requires defining a specific niche, creating consistent, high-quality content, and fostering authentic audience engagement.” This description closely parallels the steps required to use research to become A Leader in the eye care world. The art and science of clinical research will enhance your personal and professional life while contributing to patient care and your profession.
Own Your Vision: Career, Confidence, and Legacy
Diana Monea, O.D., FAAO, MCERT, MHRM, GRIEF COACH
This talk reflects on building and leading a professional practice as a woman in the 1970s–80s while balancing motherhood and limited support. I’ll share lessons on resilience, leadership, and succession that remain relevant for women navigating careers today.
By attending this webinar, you will receive 2 Category 1 credits.
We will send a zoom link to registered attendees the day before the webinar.